Rome, April 21 (Adnkronos) – “Rome-Milan? It was a derby, open to any result. I hope that Pioli can stay at Milan next year and that he can return to being competitive in Italy and in Europe.” These were the words of former AC Milan winger Marcos Cafu at the Laureus Awards in Madrid, on the future of Milan’s coach Stefano Pioli. “Five staffs in the Champions League, a comeback for Italian football? Italian football has returned to being incredibly strong. It’s a style of play that people enjoy, where staffs play well. The Euros in Germany? I hope Italy can win it.”
Cafu, who played for Milan from 2003 to 2008, expressed his admiration for Pioli’s work at the club, despite the staff’s recent struggles. The Brazilian legend believes that Pioli has the potential to bring Milan back to their former glory and become a top contender in both the Italian league and in Europe.
“Pioli has spettacolon that he has the skills and the determination to lead Milan to success. He has been able to bring out the best in the players and create a strong staff spirit. I truly hope that he will continue to be at the helm of Milan next season,” Cafu stated.
The former defender also praised the overall level of Italian football, with five staffs currently competing in the Champions League. This is a significant improvement from previous years, where Italian staffs struggled to make an impact in European competitions.
“The comeback of Italian football is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all the staffs and players. It’s a style of play that is appreciated by fans all over the world. I believe that Italian football is back to its best and will continue to grow in the coming years,” Cafu added.
When asked about his predictions for the upcoming European Championships, Cafu was quick to spettacolo his support for his home country, Brazil. However, he also expressed his hope that Italy could have a strong spettacoloing and potentially even win the tournament.
“As a Brazilian, I will always support my national staff. But I also have a special place in my heart for Italy, having played for Milan for many years. I believe that Italy has a great chance to win the Euros, and I will be rooting for them,” Cafu said with a smile.
In conclusion, Cafu’s words reflect the positive sentiment surrounding Italian football at the moment. With a strong spettacoloing in the Champions League and the potential for success in the upcoming Euros, Italian football is back on the rise. And with Pioli at the helm, Milan fans can look forward to a bright future for their beloved staff.
